The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
Large Wall Painting "The Ways Of The Red October" October Revolution, Kandt, DDR
Located in Epfach, DE
Large wall painting "The Ways Of The Red October" October Revolution, Kandt, DDR Manfred Kandt (1922-1992) Oversized mural "Ways of Red October" created...
Wood
$2,109 / item
Telo Screen by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Telo screen by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz Dimensions: H 220, W 124, D 40 cm Materials: Partition screen in solid oak; round foot in red lacquered MDF ...
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
$17,105 / item
Queen Heart Folding Screen by Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Queen heart folding screen by Royal Stranger Dimensions: 190 x 200 x 4 cm Materials: Pearl royal velvet upholstery framed with stainless steel coated in copper. The Queen heart ...
Brass
$11,403 / item
Marshmallow Folding Screen by Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Marshmallow folding screen by Royal Stranger. Dimensions: 165 x 3 x 168 cm. Materials: Lacquered wood with matte finish. Polished brass. The Marshmallow folding screen is inspir...
Brass
$29,171 / item
Spectra Dichroic Blinds, Rona Koblenz
Located in Geneve, CH
Spectra dichroic blinds, Rona Koblenz Dimensions: W 108, D 5, H 203 cm Material: Dichroic Borosilicate glass 6mm, SS cable, SS fixings Weight: 35/50KG Fixing methode: Hanging De...
Glass
21st Century by M.De Lucchi Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
Materials: Bianco Up, Bardiglio Imperiale, Rosso Francia. Size: 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Michele De Lucchi
Marble
21st Century by M.Thun "08" Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Matteo Thun
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: 08 Materials: Trani , Bardiglio Perla , Bianco Statuario , Azul Makauba Size : Cm 74 x 74 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished ...
Marble
Contemporary Simbolo Striped Divider in Aluminium by Altreforme
By Garilab by Piter Perbellini
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
A room divider expression of one’s own personality, an iconic product that enriches the spaces and gives a refined touch to every environment. It makes rooms unique, thanks to the p...
Aluminum
Contemporary Simbolo Tigers Divider in Aluminium by Altreforme
By Garilab by Piter Perbellini
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
A room divider expression of one’s own personality, an iconic product that enriches the spaces and gives a refined touch to every environment. It makes rooms unique, thanks to the p...
Aluminum
$10,680 / item
Opto Folding Screen Black Lacquered by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Opto Folding Screen Black Lacquered by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz Dimensions: H 200, W 300, D 4 cm Materials: Laser-cut metal panels i...
Metal
$12,463 / item
Opto Folding Screen 4 Colors Lacquered by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Opto Folding screen 4 colors Lacquered by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz Dimensions: H 200, W 300, D 4 cm Materials: Laser-cut metal panels inside the frame, black anthracite or lacqu...
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
$6,200 / item
Biombo - Room Divider
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Screens are objects that command a powerful presence within a room. They assert their character from the moment they are seen from a distance. This particular screen is a bold, formi...
Stainless Steel
Opto 1/2 Folding Screen, Colors Lacquered by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Opto 1/2 folding screen, colors Lacquered by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz Dimensions: H 200, W 300, D 4 cm Materials: Laser-cut metal panels inside th...
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Contemporary Simbolo Leaves Divider in Aluminium by Altreforme
By Garilab by Piter Perbellini
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
A room divider expression of one’s own personality, an iconic product that enriches the spaces and gives a refined touch to every environment. It makes rooms unique, thanks to the p...
Aluminum
Opto 1/2 Folding Screen Black Lacquered by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Opto 1/2 folding screen black lacquered by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz Dimensions: H 200, W 150, D 4 cm Materials: Laser-cut metal pa...
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Kazimir Screen, Type C, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir screen, Type C, geometric coating in silk by Colé Italia. Dimensions: H.159, D.116, W.40 cm. Materials: Partition screen with jersey fabric co...
Steel
$11,403 / item
Marshmallow Folding Screen by Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Marshmallow folding screen by Royal Stranger Dimensions: 165 x 3 x 168 cm Materials: Lacquered wood with matte finish. Polished brass. The Marshmallow Folding Screen is inspired...
Brass
$6,589 / item
Green Teal Blue Screen by Mentemano
Located in Geneve, CH
Green teal blue screen by Mentemano Dimensions: W 196 x D 28 x H 181 cm Materials: Green teal blue, grey print, black hinges The hinges allow the struct...
Brass, Other
Kazimir Screen, Type B, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir screen, type B, geometric coating in silk by Colé Italia with Julia Douza. Dimensions: H.150 D.133 W.40 cm. Materials: Partition screen with jersey fabric coating with fant...
Steel
Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, floral coating in Silk by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.159 D.116 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with jersey fabric coating with fantas...
Steel
Kazimir Screen, Type C, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir screen, Type C, Floral coating in silk by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.159 D.116 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with jersey fabric coating with fantasy p...
Steel
Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3, Kazimir screens, floral coating in Jersey by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.159 D.116 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with j...
Steel
Kazimir Screen, Type B, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir Screen, Type B, floral coating in silk by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.150 D.133 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with jersey...
Steel
Kazimir Screen, Type A, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir Screen, Type A, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.180 D.123 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with jersey fabric coating with fanta...
Steel
Kazimir Screen, Type C, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir Screen, Type C, floral coating in Jersey by Colé Italia with Julia Douza. Dimensions: H.159, D.116, W.40 cm. Materials: Partition screen with ...
Steel
21st Century by L.Scacchetti Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: B Materials: Persichino, Rosso Verona , Rosso Bilbao , Rosso Carpazi Size : Cm 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Coated Desig...
Marble
21st Century by M.Piva Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Marco Piva
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: LAGUNA Materials: Verde imperiale, cremo calencia Size : Cm 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Marco Pi...
Marble
21st Century by M.Piva Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Marco Piva
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: PALLADIO Materials: Bianco Lago , Bardiglio Imperiale , Bardiglio Perla Size : Cm 40X40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed...
Marble
21st Century by A.Natalini"EXATER" Italian Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: EXASTER Materials: Nero Marquina, Rosso Verona, Giallo Verona, Bianco Carrara Size : 51.5 x 51.5 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Pol...
Marble
21st Century by M.Piva Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Marco Piva
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: A25 Materials: Nero up, Bardiglio Imperiale, Bianco up, inox Size : Cm 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Marc...
Marble
21st Century by M.Piva Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Marco Piva
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: A24 Materials: Pietra Luna Grigia, Pietra Luna Rossa, inox Size : Cm 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Marco ...
Marble
21st Century by M. De Lucchi Italian Polychrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Materials: Botticino, Rosso Verona. Name: Verona Size: 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Michele De Lucchi.
Marble
21st Century by A.Natalini Italian "RIQUADRO" Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: RIQUADRO Materials: Pietra Serena , Travertino Rosa , Pietra Dorata , Cotto Size : Cm 73 x 73 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Coated...
Marble
21st Century by M.Piva Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Marco Piva
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: A23 Materials: Travertino giallo, Travertino rosa, inox Size : Cm 28 x 28 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Marco Piv...
Marble
21st Century by Up & Up Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Up & Up
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: VENEZIA Materials: Bardiglio Imperiale , Bardiglio Perla , Bianco Statuario Size : Cm 33.5 x 29 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Poli...
Marble
21st Century by M.De Lucchi Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: Zebrato Materials: Trani , Bianco Up , Bardiglio Imperiale. Size: 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Michele De...
Marble
21st Century by A.Natalini Italian Polychrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: Assonometria Siena Materials: Rosso Verona, Bardiglio Imperiale, Trani Size : Hexagon side Cm 29 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Pol...
Marble
21st Century by Up & Up Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Up & Up
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: BE Materials: Bianco Pennsylvania, Bardiglio Imperiale Size : Cm 40X40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Up & Up.
Marble
21st Century by M.Thun"02" Italian Polychrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Matteo Thun
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: 02 Materials: Trani , Bianco Up Size: 48 x 48 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Matteo Thun.
Marble
21st Century by Up & Up "BAB"Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
21st Century by A.Natalini "POZZO" Italian Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: POZZO Materials: Verde Issorie, Bianco Up, Rosa Portogallo, Bardiglio Imperiale Size band: H 10 cm per color Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 F...
Marble
21st Century by A. Del Ponte Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: PRINCIPE DI GALLES Materials: Bardiglio Imperiale , Bardiglio Perla , Bianco Up Size : Cm 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Amalia Del Ponte...
Marble
Contemporary OTTO Divider in Aluminium by Altreforme
By Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
Evolution, change, dynamism: Otto divider is the expression of freedom of movement. It is a perforated canvas with an irregular pattern, always different: a kinetic sculpture. Otto i...
Aluminum
Contemporary Simbolo Ribbons Divider in Aluminium by Altreforme
By Garilab by Piter Perbellini
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
A room divider expression of one’s own personality, an iconic product that enriches the spaces and gives a refined touch to every environment. It makes rooms unique, thanks to the p...
Aluminum
Contemporary Simbolo Cheetah Divider in Aluminium by Altreforme
By Garilab by Piter Perbellini
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
A room divider expression of one’s own personality, an iconic product that enriches the spaces and gives a refined touch to every environment. It makes rooms unique, thanks to the p...
Aluminum
$21,010 / item
Contemporary Bow Screen in Aluminium
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
Galactic divider with glitter and reflecting surfaces, based on curvy shapes and metallic-cyber style. Pricing excludes VAT.
Aluminum
$13,179 / set
Pair of Green Teal Blue Screen by Mentemano
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of green teal blue screen by Mentemano. Dimensions: W 196 x D 28 x H 181 cm. Materials: green teal blue, grey print, black hinges. The hinges allow the structure to take di...
Brass, Other
$6,297 / item
Green Petrol Screen by Mentemano
Located in Geneve, CH
Green petrol screen by Mentemano Dimensions: W 196 x D 28 x H 181 cm Materials: Green petrol panel, Grey print, Black hinges The hinges allow the structure to take different s...
Other
$12,595 / set
Pair of Green Petrol Screen by Mentemano
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of green petrol screen by Mentemano Dimensions: w 196 x d 28 x h 181 cm Materials: Green petrol panel, Grey print, Black hinges The hinges allow the structure to take diffe...
Other
Kazimir Screen, Type A, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir Screen, type A, abstract coating in silk by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.180, D.123, W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with je...
Steel
Kazimir Screen, Type B, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir Screen, Type B, Floral coating in Jersey by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.150 D.133 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with jers...
Steel
Kazimir Screen, Type B, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir screen, type B, geometric coating in Jersey by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.150 D.133 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with j...
Steel
Kazimir Screen, Type C, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir screen, type C, geometric coating in Jersey by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.159 D.116 W.40 cm. Materials: Partition screen with ...
Steel
Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3, Kazimir screens, Abstract coating in silk by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H 159, D116, W40 cm. Materials: Partition screen with jersey fabric coating with fantasy prints and a steel shaped rusted support; the structure is composed with 2 with frames in steel or in wood upholstered. Also available: different coatings, Jersey and Silk Upholstery, Type A, B, C, Custom Printing. The shapes and decor of these three screens...
Steel
Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3, Kazimir screens, abstract coating in Jersey by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.159 D.116 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with jersey fabric coating with fa...
Steel
21st Century by Up & Up "DA1"Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
By Up & Up
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: DA1 Materials: Bianco Pennsylvania, Nero Marquina Size : Cm 40X40 - 7 X 7 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Up & Up.
Marble
21st Century by A.Natalini "TRIEDRO" Italian Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: TRIEDRO CHIUSO Materials: Trani , Bardiglio Perla , Bardiglio Imperiale Size : 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: POLISHED Des...
Marble
21st Century by A.Natalini Italian "ALEA" Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: ALEA Materials: Rosso Verona, Trani, Bardiglio Perla Size : 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Coated Designed by: Adolfo Nata...
Marble
21st Century by A.Natalini "INTRECCIO" Italian Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: Intreccia Materials: Trani, Verde Issorie, Bianco Statuario, Nero Marquina, Rosa Portogallo Size : 82x88 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finis...
Marble
21st Century by A.Mendini "ACCUMINATO" Italian Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: Accuminato Materials: Bianco Pennsylvania, Pietra Serena Size : cm 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: kg 54 Finishes: coated Designed by: Ales...
Marble